The goji berry, or wolfberry, has been used in traditional medicine for aeons. Its healing properties include anti-aging, balancing blood sugar, and boosting immunity. Its unique sweet and tangy flavour can lend to sweet and savoury dishes. Making it effortless to incorporate them into your daily diet.
Benefits of Goji Berries
Goji Berries offers a myriad of health benefits. Incorporated in the diet can provide:
- Protects Eyes: Goji berries are rich in antioxidants, mainly zeaxanthin, which protect vision. It could also reverse sun damage and oxidative stress caused to the eyes.
- Boosts Immunity: The vitamin A and C content in them are plenty. These contribute to fighting inflammation and free radicals, boosting the immune system.
- Improves Skin Health: Vitamin C, lycopene, lutein, nicotinic acid, and polyphenol compounds in goji berries can immensely enhance skin health. They can help reduce damage caused to the skin by UV, oxidative stress, and overall signs of ageing.
- Balance Blood Sugar: Goji berries contain a bioactive plant protein that could help combat insulin resistance and balance blood sugar.
- Enhance Heart Health: Goji berries contain heart-healthy nutrients like fibre, potassium, and antioxidants. These can help lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol levels, and improve cardiovascular health.
Uses of Goji Berries
Dried Goji Berries are a sweet and tangy little fruit that can be incorporated into many dishes. Here’s how you can add them to your daily foods:
- Chopped and added to salads for added flavour and texture.
- Eat whole as a snack.
- Soaked and eaten first thing in the morning
- As a topping to morning cereals such as oatmeal, chia pudding
- Served alongside cheese, fruits, and crackers on a charcuterie board
- Added to confections such as laddoos, energy balls
- Chopped, ground, or slivered and used as garnishing to curries, biryanis, pulao
Additional Information
Available in resealable packages of 150gm.
Storage: Store in an airtight container and keep away from sources of heat and moisture. If storing for prolonged periods, refrigerate or freeze.
Produce of USA
Manufactured by:
M/s. Farmers International Inc. 1260 Muir Avenue, Chico, CA 95973, USA
Imported, Packed & Marketed by:
Royal Dry Fruits Pvt. Ltd. 10, Rizvi House, Hill Road, Bandra West, Mumbai-400050 Maharashtra, India.
FSSAI Licence No. 1001150022003677
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 28gm
Amount Per Serving
Energy | 0.096KCal |
Total Fat | 0.54g |
Saturated Fat | 0.068g |
Trans Fat | 0g |
Cholesterol | 0g |
Sodium | 58mg |
Potassium | 30.8mg |
Total Carbohydrates | 20.76g |
Total Sugar | 16.39g |
Added Sugar | 4.37g |
Protein | 4.22g |
Vitamins | 0mg |
Dietary Fibre | 1.4g |
Nutrition Facts About Goji Berries
- Goji berries are a low-calorie food. Even a tiny quantity a day regularly can offer you ample antioxidants.
- One test-tube study found that treating cells with goji berry extract significantly increased antioxidant levels and reduced several oxidative stress markers.
- Goji berries contain about 10% of the recommended daily iron intake per serving, essential for oxygen transport in the blood and energy production.
- One serving of goji berries provides over 15% of the recommended daily vitamin C intake, which supports immune function and collagen production.
FAQs
How and where do I store Goji Berries?
The correct way to store Rostaa’s Gourmet Organic Goji Berries is in an airtight container. It is advisable to store the container on a cool, dry, and dark shelf. They need to be kept away from direct sources of heat and moisture. Keeping them in an airtight container is essential since, although they are dried nuts, they are prone to catching moisture. If stored correctly, the Goji Berries can last up to 3 months.
Our packages are resealable and can be zip-locked and stored as is on the kitchen counter or a cool, dry shelf. The packages can also be stored in the refrigerator.
How do I eat dried Goji Berries?
Goji Berries are usually best consumed in the morning for a fibre boost. You could also soak and soften them. They can keep you feeling full for more extended periods. They can also be consumed as an evening snack.
How many Goji Berries should I consume?
As per studies, it is advised to consume 15gm Goji Berries daily to reap its optimum benefits.
Who can eat Goji Berries?
Children, adolescents, and adults can benefit from Goji Berries. It is always advisable to consult with your doctor to best assess your dietary requirements.
Where can I buy the best-quality Goji Berries?
Purchase the best-quality Goji Berries from Rostaa. Our Goji Berries are suitable for everyone, free of preservatives, and available online and in stores. Rostaa also has a variety of other fruits and nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, cashew nuts, hazelnuts, trail mixes, seeds, dates, berries, and dried fruits, to fulfil your daily nutrition needs.
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